Dark Jade Bitter Melon Seeds - 5 High Yield Asian Gourd Seeds

Dark Jade Bitter Melon is a popular Asian gourd prized for its deep green, deeply ridged fruit and vigorous vines. This variety is known for its high yield and is a staple in many Asian cuisines, where the young fruits are used in stir-fries, soups, and teas. The plant produces attractive vines with lobed leaves and small yellow flowers, making it a productive addition to the vegetable garden or trellis.

Whether you are an experienced grower or new to bitter melon, these seeds offer an opportunity to cultivate a unique and rewarding crop. The fruits are typically harvested when young and green for culinary use, and the plant can also be grown for ornamental interest due to its lush foliage and climbing habit.

Plant Features

• Deep green fruit with prominent warty ridges
• Vigorous climbing vines that can reach 6-10 feet or more with support
• High-yielding variety when grown under favorable conditions
• Produces small yellow flowers that attract pollinators
• Young fruits are commonly used in Asian cooking

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Momordica charantia
• Plant Type: Annual vine
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine; requires trellis or support
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in most zones; perennial in tropical climates (zones 10-11)
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: Vines typically reach 6-10 feet with support
• Germination Requirements: Scarify seeds and soak before sowing; soil temperature 70-85°F for best germination
• Spacing: 12-24 inches apart along a trellis

Planting & Care

To start Dark Jade Bitter Melon seeds, nick the hard seed coat with a file or sandpaper and soak in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors after the soil has warmed. Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Provide a sturdy trellis or fence for the vines to climb.

Keep the soil evenly moist during germination and growth, but avoid overwatering. Once seedlings emerge, thin to the strongest plants. Bitter melon benefits from regular feeding with a balanced fertilizer. Harvest fruits when they are young and green for the best flavor and texture. Monitor for common pests and diseases, and provide good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

What's Included

5 Dark Jade Bitter Melon seeds.